Program Manager [SY26-27] Kindergarten - Grade 8

Malden Public Schools•Malden, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area. Malden’s enrollment comprises approximately 6,100 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. The district has an early learning center, five K-8 schools, and one high school. MPS is committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. This position is focused on Kindergarten through Grade 8.

Requirements

Candidate must hold a master’s degree or higher in special education.
Previous experience as a team chairperson at the elementary school level required.
Administrative/supervisory certification required.
Special Education Administrator DESE certification required and SEI Admin Endorsement.
Must have a thorough working knowledge of state and federal special education regulations and policies, instructional strategies, curriculum modification and differentiated instruction, program development and evaluation, transition and current best practices in special education that support inclusion.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with district and building based administrators, general and special education staff, parents and students.

Responsibilities

Supervise and evaluate special education staff in accordance with MPS evaluation process.
Monitor implementation of IEPs and services.
Chair TEAM meetings as assigned.
Participate in BSEA proceedings and other dispute resolution meetings.
Attend SEPAC meetings and events.
Plan and monitor special education programs in conjunction with building and district administrators.
Provide support to building administrators regarding discipline for students with disabilities.
Review student IEPs, providing feedback and corrections as needed.
Participate in district-wide leadership committees as assigned.
Provide professional development and technical assistance to staff regarding assessment, data collection, curriculum development, selection of materials and equipment, behavior management, differentiated instruction, accommodations, modifications, and strategies that support inclusive best practices.